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  • Avg. price: ~£1,300
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: C
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Smeg LVS344PM review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.3

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Dishwashers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Dishwashers category.

Score components:

80.0%

8.3

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Excellent
8.3

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Dishwashers category across these key areas: Performance, Programmes, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Dishwashers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

35.0%

8.0

Performance

30.0%

8.4

Features

25.0%

9.2

Programmes

10.0%

6.5

Design

Excellent
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 6.7
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    6.0

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    5.0

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 7.7
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    6.0

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £1,300

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The SMEG LVS344PM is a 60cm freestanding, semi-professional stainless steel dishwasher offering a 14-place setting capacity, 10+1 wash programs, and a quiet noise level of 44 dB(A). Key advantages include its patented Planetarium Wash System for full 360-degree coverage, an Inverter 2.0 motor, a flexible 3-basket layout featuring a FlexiDuo cutlery tray, multi-phase electrical flexibility (13A, 20A, or 32A configuration), and energy-saving Dry Assist automatic door opening. Potential drawbacks are its Class C energy efficiency rating, premium above-average pricing, and the fact that its fixed hinges are designed strictly for freestanding placement rather than seamless built-in column installations.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Smeg LVS344PM

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Dishwashers category across these key areas: Performance, Programmes, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Dishwashers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

35.0%

?

Performance

30.0%

?

Features

25.0%

?

Programmes

10.0%

?

Design

8.3
Smeg LVS344PM has a technical score of 8.28 points, which is higher than 71.1% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Dishwashers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Dishwashers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
1.0
Smeg LVS344PM has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Dishwashers category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Dishwashers category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

8.3

Overall score

40.0%

3.6

Price

6.9
Smeg LVS344PM has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is lower than 96.5% of products in this category.
Energy efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Energy efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: HIGH

C
Smeg LVS344PM has energy efficiency class C, which is better than that of 53.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.8% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Washing efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

A
Smeg LVS344PM has washing efficiency class A, which is better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Drying efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

A
Smeg LVS344PM has drying efficiency class A, which is better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
What it is: This attribute refers to Noise emission class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

B
Smeg LVS344PM has noise emission class B, which is better than that of 44.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 54.2% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
What it is: This attribute refers to Energy consumption per cycle.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Energy consumption per cycle across dishwashers.

Importance: HIGH

0.75 kWh
Smeg LVS344PM uses 0.75 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 48.2% of dishwashers and equal to that of 11.2% of dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash programs.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash programs across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

11
Smeg LVS344PM offers 11 wash programs, which is more than that of 98.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.8% of dishwashers.
Quick wash program
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Quick wash program.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Smeg LVS344PM has a quick wash program. This feature is present in 99.6% of dishwashers.
Quick wash time
What it is: This attribute refers to Quick wash time.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Quick wash time across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

14 min
Smeg LVS344PM completes its quick wash in 14 min, which is shorter than that of 99.8% of dishwashers and equal to that of 0.2% of dishwashers.
Eco wash time
What it is: This attribute refers to Eco wash time.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Eco wash time across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

265 min
Smeg LVS344PM completes its Eco wash in 265 min, which is longer than that of 76.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.4% of dishwashers.
Delicate wash program
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Delicate wash program.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Smeg LVS344PM has a delicate wash program. This feature is present in 59.9% of dishwashers.
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Automatic door opening
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Automatic door opening.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Smeg LVS344PM has an automatic door-opening feature. This feature is present in 65.7% of dishwashers.
Touch screen
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Touch screen.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

no
Smeg LVS344PM does not have a touch screen. This feature is present in 10.2% of dishwashers.
Load sensor
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Load sensor.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

?
Overflow protection
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Overflow protection.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Smeg LVS344PM has overflow protection. This feature is present in 97.1% of dishwashers.
Adjustable water softener
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Adjustable water softener.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Smeg LVS344PM has an adjustable water softener. This feature is present in 99% of dishwashers.
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Type of installation
What it is: This attribute refers to Type of installation.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: LOW

freestanding
No. of place settings
What it is: This attribute refers to No. of place settings.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of place settings across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

14
Smeg LVS344PM holds 14 place settings, which is more than that of 44.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 43.7% of dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Cutlery basket.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Smeg LVS344PM has a cutlery basket. This feature is present in 58.4% of dishwashers.
Height adjustable top basket
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Height adjustable top basket.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Smeg LVS344PM has a height-adjustable top basket. This feature is present in 93% of dishwashers.
Digital display
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Digital display.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Smeg LVS344PM has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Smeg LVS344PM vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Smeg LVS344PM has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Self-cleaning filter system.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: HIGH

    Smeg LVS344PM has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
  • 5 more wash programs
    Smeg LVS344PM offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (11 vs 6).
    What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash programs.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash programs across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg LVS344PM offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (11 vs 6).11 vs 6
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Smeg LVS344PM has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Hygiene programme.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg LVS344PM has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • 16 min shorter quick wash time
    Smeg LVS344PM finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (14 min vs 30 min).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Quick wash time.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Quick wash time across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg LVS344PM finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (14 min vs 30 min).14 min vs 30 min
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Smeg LVS344PM reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Max cleaning temperature.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Max cleaning temperature across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg LVS344PM reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).75 °C vs 70 °C
  • 0.5 m longer cable length
    Smeg LVS344PM has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (2 m vs 1.5 m).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Cable length.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Cable length across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg LVS344PM has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (2 m vs 1.5 m).2 m vs 1.5 m
  • Has a pause option
    Smeg LVS344PM has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Pause option.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg LVS344PM has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • Has a program sequence indicator
    Smeg LVS344PM has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Program sequence indicator.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg LVS344PM has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Smeg LVS344PM reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Smeg LVS344PM offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Smeg LVS344PM has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
  • 5 more wash programs
    Smeg LVS344PM offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (11 vs 6).
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Smeg LVS344PM has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • 16 min shorter quick wash time
    Smeg LVS344PM finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (14 min vs 30 min).
  • Has a pause option
    Smeg LVS344PM has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • Has a program sequence indicator
    Smeg LVS344PM has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Smeg LVS344PM has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
  • 0.5 m longer cable length
    Smeg LVS344PM has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (2 m vs 1.5 m).

Total
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • 1 L higher water usage per cycle
    Smeg LVS344PM uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.5 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 280 L/year higher annual water consumption
    Smeg LVS344PM uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2940 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • Does not have a quiet wash program
    Smeg LVS344PM does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
  • 30 min longer Eco wash time
    Smeg LVS344PM takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (265 min vs 235 min).
  • Does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app
    Smeg LVS344PM does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher has a detergent tablet counter in the app. 67.1% of dishwashers have a detergent tablet counter in the app.
  • Does not have a child lock
    Smeg LVS344PM does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 3 cm taller height
    Smeg LVS344PM is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    Smeg LVS344PM is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 24.9 kg heavier weight
    Smeg LVS344PM is heavier than the average dishwasher (64 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose length
    Smeg LVS344PM has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 1 L higher water usage per cycle
    Smeg LVS344PM uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.5 L vs 9.5 L).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Water usage per cycle.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Water usage per cycle across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Smeg LVS344PM uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.5 L vs 9.5 L).10.5 L vs 9.5 L
  • Does not have a quiet wash program
    Smeg LVS344PM does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Quiet wash program.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg LVS344PM does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
  • Does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app
    Smeg LVS344PM does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher has a detergent tablet counter in the app. 67.1% of dishwashers have a detergent tablet counter in the app.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Tab counter.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg LVS344PM does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher has a detergent tablet counter in the app. 67.1% of dishwashers have a detergent tablet counter in the app.
  • Does not have a child lock
    Smeg LVS344PM does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Child lock.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg LVS344PM does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 280 L/year higher annual water consumption
    Smeg LVS344PM uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2940 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Annual water consumption.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Annual water consumption across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg LVS344PM uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2940 L/year vs 2660 L/year).2940 L/year vs 2660 L/year
  • 30 min longer Eco wash time
    Smeg LVS344PM takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (265 min vs 235 min).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Eco wash time.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Eco wash time across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg LVS344PM takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (265 min vs 235 min).265 min vs 235 min
  • 3 cm taller height
    Smeg LVS344PM is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Height.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Height across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg LVS344PM is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).85 cm vs 82 cm
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    Smeg LVS344PM is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Depth.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Depth across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg LVS344PM is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).60 cm vs 56 cm
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Smeg LVS344PM?

  • Extremely fast wash cycles (14-16 minute ultra-rapid cycle option) [5.45, 5.51]
  • High sanitation 75°C hygiene programme (99.9% bacteria removal) [5.54]
  • Large 14-place setting capacity with flexible FlexiDuo third basket [5.52, 5.54]
  • Robust stainless steel construction suitable for heavy-duty/semi-commercial use [5.54]
  • Effective drying via automatic door opening (Dry Assist+) [5.52]
  • Low noise level (44 dB) [5.53]
  • Versatile power connectivity (13amp, 20amp, or 32amp) [5.55]

What customers dislike about Smeg LVS344PM?

  • Requires professional 32 Amp wiring for maximum speed performance [5.54]
  • Longer standard cycle times (4:25 h:min) [5.53]
  • Higher initial cost compared to residential dishwashers [5.54]
  • Large footprint might not suit small domestic kitchens [5.55]

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